So David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh Gilead, and said to them, “You are blessed of the Lord, for you have shown this kindness to your lord, to Saul, and have buried him.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And David sent messengers to the men of Jabeshgilead
To return them thanks for their courage and boldness in rescuin…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

After the death of Saul, many went to David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:22), but he trusted in God, who promised him the kingdom, to giv…